BULLETIN DEADLINE: NOON WEDNESDAY E-mail: nativity.bulletin@hotmail. com The Catholic Church of the Nativity 5955 St. Elmo Road Bartlett, TN 38135 Parish Office Hours: Mon—Fri 8:30am to 5:00pm Phone 901-382-2504 Emergency Phone 901-603-3364 Parochial Administrator: Father Robert Szczechura, STL [email protected]Parochial Vicar: Fr. Cosmas Mabu [email protected]Deacons: Frank Larker [email protected]Chris Frame [email protected]David Rosenthal, PhD [email protected]Administrative Assistant: Angie 0’Neill [email protected]Director of Music: Scott Elsholz, DM [email protected]Director of Religious Education: Theresa Krier [email protected]Director – Youth Ministry: Stephen Peyton [email protected]Co-Directors Hispanic Ministry: Lyz Candia and Lillian Luciano [email protected], 901-607-5982 Bookkeeper: [email protected]Mass Schedules Daily Monday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. Weekend Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m Spanish 5:00 pm Filipino First Sunday of Each Month (Tagalog/English) 12:30 p.m. Holy Days As Announced Sacraments Reconciliation — Saturday 3:30p.m. to 4:30pm Sunday 9:30am to 10:00am or by appointment.. Baptism — by appointment; please contact the parish office Marriage — Contact the parish office at least six months before the wedding Easter Sunday April 1, 2018
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BULLETIN DEADLINE: NOON WEDNESDAY E-mail: nativity.bulletin@hotmail. com
The Catholic Church of the Nativity 5955 St. Elmo Road Bartlett, TN 38135
Mass Schedules Daily Monday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. Weekend Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m Spanish 5:00 pm Filipino First Sunday of Each Month (Tagalog/English) 12:30 p.m. Holy Days As Announced
Sacraments Reconciliation — Saturday 3:30p.m. to 4:30pm Sunday 9:30am to 10:00am or by appointment.. Baptism — by appointment; please contact the parish office Marriage — Contact the parish office at least six months before the wedding
Easter Sunday April 1, 2018
March 31 & April 1, 2018
Please Pray for Our Sick
Claire Fitzgerald Albino Erlinda Amaba Vinnie Ariemmo Bill Brigrance Tina Burton Bill Coburn Donna Condy Joan Cunningham Sally Gyout Emilie Harris Barry Houston Catherine Johnson Louis J. Lenti Ed List Annie Longoria Dianne Mc Call Paul Baker Miller Fr. Mike Morgera Julia Moseley Shirley Odom John & June Patton A.J. Perk Kevin Perk Fr. Robert Ponticello Karen Raney Maria Robertson Jim Shaw Sam Sudduth Mary Terrell Josie & Joe Tighe Melissa Frame Vannucci Joyce R. West Barbara Williams Bob Williams Jack Lee Windley III Ann Wingate
If you or a family member are hospitalized, please notify the Parish office. Notify the office to ADD or REMOVE someone’s name from the list.
Mass Intentions
8:00am — Weekdays Requested By Mon 2nd Betty Campos + The Morning Group Tue 3rd Betty Baker + George & Eileen Kuehl Wed 4th Ernie Lubiani + George & Eileen Kuehl Thur 5th Evelyn Hyde + George & Eileen Kuehl Fri 6th Betty Campos + The Morning Group 8:00pm Saturday - Easter Vigil Mar 31st Mike Hall Ramona Hall 8:00am Saturday Apr 7th Stephen Cookdale + The Kuehl & Robertson Families 5:00pm Saturday Apr 7th Martha & Willis The Schwill Family Chambliss 8:00am — Easter Sunday Apr 1 st Gino Bernardini + Angelina Bernardini Apr 8th Honey Lou Walker+ Jackie Raney 10:30am — Easter Sunday Apr 1st Kathy Trainor + Bob Trainor Apr 8th Parishioners
Lance Corporal Mark Earnest; Senior Airman Christopher Dill; Pvt. John David Dill; A1C Ryan C. Marlin; AO1 Andrew E. Hopson; Commander Derek A. Vestal, Pvt. Maria Witges, Captain Luke Sauber (USMC), Lieutenant Colonel Christopher J. Martindale U.S. Army, Richard A. Martin, Jr., BM1, (USCG) Captain Tami Kerns (US Army-Afghanistan) Captain Kevin Kerns (US Army-Hawaii) Captain Nicholas Burton. SSG. Carol Hopson
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Monday: Monday within the Octave of Easter Tuesday: Tuesday within the Octave of Easter Wednesday: Wednesday within the Octave of Easter Thursday: Thursday within the Octave of Easter Friday: Friday within the Octave of Easter; First Friday; Julian Calendar Good Friday Saturday: Saturday within the Octave of Easter; First Saturday
From the Desk of Father Robert - “ Rejoice in the Lord always, I shall say it again: Rejoice.” Phil.4:4
Dear Nativity Parishioners, As Christ has risen in our Church, Let us rejoice as he has risen also in our hearts and homes. As Easter is a great gift from God our Father, Let us cherish this season of light, life and love. As God continues to bless and nourish each of us, Let us remain thankful for Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. And may we, through God’s grace, Continuously follow Him in faith, hope and love. Have a very Blessed and Happy Easter!!! Fr. Robert and Fr. Mabu
March 31 & April 1, 2018
Nativity Ministries Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Sundays: ages 3 yrs to 12 yrs, Confirmation 1 and 2 ; Contact Theresa Krier, PRE Director [email protected]. Class times are posted on the Web site: nativitybartlett.org/calendar/ Cub Scouts Troop 258:Cub Scouts meet on most Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30pm either at the church or on adventures. Contact Mark Owens to register at [email protected] or 901-827-1262. CYO 9-12 Grade Sundays from 6-8 pm Stephen Peyton, youth director [email protected] Fishers of Men: Saturdays, 8:30-9:30am Former Day Chapel Hands for God Puppet Productions: Most Sundays, 12-1 pm: For 5th-8th grade Puppeteers in Training; Contact John Walton 901-568-0910 or email [email protected]. For updates go to: www.facebook.com/groups/830749576971608/ Helping Hands Ministry Knitting Group: meet the 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 9 am in the Narthex. They help the homeless and Birthright babies Holy Family Ministry: for information contact David Rosenthal, PhD at [email protected] Knights of Columbus Council 14041: most 4th Thursdays at 6:30pm in Stelling Hall; contact Gerry Fitzgerald at (901) 319-7385 or [email protected] Liturgical Ministries: for information or questions regarding training or scheduling contact Jim Lippy 388-6515 or 371-6269 or the Church Office 901-382-2504 Men’s Club: Breakfast Meeting 1st Sat. of each Month 9 am Prison Ministry: for information contact Shellie Teems, 901-230-0074 Parish Outreach Food for the Sick: Contact Susan Hanna at 385-8277 or [email protected] for information. Sewing Group: Most Sundays, 1-4 in Stelling Hall or the old Day Chapel; Sewing Albs for the Altar Servers & MCs. Bring your sewing machine, serger or your desire to cut or iron! Stay as long as you can. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month: Meet at church at 8 am for carpooling: Contact John Walton, 901-568-0910 for info. TOPS - Take off the Pounds Sensibly: meet Mondays at 4:15-5:00pm for weigh-in; 5-6pm meetings in Stelling Hall. Women’s Guild: meets the 4th Tuesday at 7 pm the months of January, March, May, September and November.
RCIA CLASSES
Meet Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
in the portable
Congratulations to our Catechumens, Candidates and Confirmandi. Catechumens: Pamila Bingham - Connie Cooper & Hunter Wiginton Candidates: Brian Bingham - Carolyn Cook - Terry Gianaroli - Lorena Monge Cynthia Rodriguez - Christopher Cary Bawcum - Addison Jade Bawcum - Lindsay Kortenber, Ed List & Cash Murphy Confirmandi: Luke Stevens & Jesus Vela
Come be a part of our thriving music ministry and help Nativity to make a joyful noise! There are many opportunities for involvement and no experience is required. Talk to Scott Elsholz after Mass or email at [email protected].
ALL are welcome!
Tuesdays: Resurrection Choir Rehearsal times 10-11 am Wednesdays: Children’s Choir (grades 2-9) 5-5:45 pm Bell Choir 6-7 pm Cantor Practice 7-7:30 pm Adult Choir Practice 7:30-9 pm
Easter Sunday Diocese Information
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
He is risen! May the joy of Easter be with you. Let Worldwide Marriage Encounter help you resurrect the romance in your marriage. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is 1-3 June 2018 at Our Lady Queen of Peace Retreat Center in Stanton, TN. For more information or to apply, visit our web-site at http://www.memphiswwme.org or contact us at 901-409-4570.
Ave Maria’s 17th Annual Silent Auction and Concert starring Bryan Hayes and The Retrievers will be Saturday, April 7, in Heffernan Hall at Christian Brothers High School. Tickets are $50/person and proceeds will directly benefit our residents. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The evening includes a Si-lent Auction, a Live Auction emceed by WMC-TV Meteorologist Ron Childers, hearty appetizers and beverages, and a concert by Bryan Hayes and The Retrievers. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Lisa Bell at 901-405-3791 or purchase tickets securely on-line at www.avemariahome.org.
Sunday Social for People with Special Needs and Disabilities
Sunday April 8, 2018 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Church of the Nativity - 5955 St. Elmo Rd - Bartlett, TN For more information, contact Pam Ray at 901-373-1237
Women of all parishes are welcome to the Women’s Weekend Retreat – April 13-15, 2018
Do you need a weekend away – a weekend with no com-mitments? Would you like a forty eight hour break in your life where the only expectation is to show up and let God do the rest? Come to Our Lady Queen of Peace Re-treat Center for a Women’s weekend retreat April 13-15, 2018. The retreat theme is: Christ’s Farewell Gift. This year’s theme will focus on the sustaining gift of peace that passes human understanding. It is a gift that is not dependent on circumstances but on the promises of the Trinity itself.
Retreats begin Friday evening with dinner at 6:30 and conclude with lunch on Sunday. Suggested offering: $200 – per single occupancy, $170 per double occupancy, or $80.00 for Saturday only. Register online: www.olqpretreats.com or call 731-548-2500.
Experience St. Benedict Spring Fling, Thur, Apr. 12, 4:30pm.
A campus-wide showcase of academics, fine and performing arts (exhibit and musical),
athletics (spring sports in action) and campus tours. For information – 260-2873 or sbaeagles.org/visitsba Sharon Masterson, Director Communications & Sports Information St. Benedict at Auburndale High School 8250 Varnavas Drive Cordova, TN 38016 260-2871, [email protected]
FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION APRIL 6th
from 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Please come and join us for this very special oppor-tunity to be with Our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ. The peace, joy & love of God is available to all of us. Adoration is a great time to experience The Sug-gested items to bring: Your Bible, Devotionals, Ro-sary. Other religious reading materials such as The Miracle Hour, Lives of the Saints, Booklets on Fatima, etc
March 31 & April 1, 2018
Nativity Information
Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS)
Do you need to lose a few pounds? If so come and join our TOPS chapter. We meet in Stelling Hall on Mondays
with “weigh-in” from 4:15 to 5:00pm. Meetings are from 5:00-6:00pm. See you there!
Save a date! We shall have the photographers at Nativity for our new parish directory on the following dates and times. Everyone who participates will receive a free 8 x 10 picture.
April 7th & 21st from 10am to 5pm
April 16th thru 20th from 2pm to 9pm
If you don’t have a computer, someone will be available in the Narthex after each Mass to receive your information. Volunteers are needed to help during the photo sessions. The sign up sheet is located in the Narthex. For questions, contact Rhonda Wallace @ 651-7090 or Gragg Higginbotham @ 901-493-9059.
Soup Kitchen Information
On March 20th, 3 volunteers from Nativity fed 125. The next Soup Kitchen is April 3rd. Volunteers meet at 8 am at Nativ-ity on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday (new schedule) of each month. If you would like to volunteer, there is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in Baker Hall. If you want more information, please call John Walton 901-568-0910.
April's Tuesdays are 3 & 17.
BISHOPS ANNUAL APPEAL Thanks to all our parishioners who have made their gift to the 2018 Bishop’s Appeal. If you have not yet made a gift or pledge, please fill out a commitment card and drop in collection basket, bring to the office or mail it. Please participate in the support of our diocesan church. Our goal is $35,500.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL
April 8th, Divine Mercy Sunday We will have Exposition and praying of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy in the Sanctuary from 3 to 3:30pm
April 15th 1-4 p.m. St Vincent de Paul 30th Anniversary and Open House at Memphis Ozanam Center 1306 Monroe Avenue Memphis, Tn. The SVdP Ozanam Center feeds 150-250 of God’s people 365 days a year. Bring friends and family. Refreshments provided. To learn more, go to http://www.svdpmemphis.org. To volunteer and help, go to http://www.svdpmemphis.org/howtohelp.html.
2 Corinthians 9:7: Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluc-tantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Online Giving: To set up a recur-ring giving schedule, visit us online at www.nativitybartlett.org, locate the Online Giving button and set up your recurring giving schedule. The first time you give, you will select a password that will enable you to log in at any time and make changes to your giving or view your complete online giving history for Online Giving
Easter Sunday
1st NO PRE 1:30pm Filipino Gathering 2nd OFFICE CLOSED 4:30 pm TOPS 3rd 5:30pm Boy Scouts 4th NO CHOIR PRACTICE 6:00pm Novena to Our Lady 5th 9:00am Helping Hands 6th 5:00pm First Friday Adoration 7th 8:30am Fishers of Men 9:00am Men’s Club 10:00am Photos - Parish Directory 8th Noon Puppet Practice 1:00pm Sewing Albs 3:00pm Divine Mercy with Exposition 3:00pm Social for People with Disabilities 6:00pm CYO 9th 4:30pm TOPS 10th 5:30pm Boy Scouts 11th 5:00pm Children’s Choir Practice 6:00pm Bell Choir 6:00pm Novena to Our Lady 7:00pm Cantor Practice 7:30pm Adult Choir Practice 12th 13th 6:00pm Spanish Dance Practice 14th 8:30am Fishers of Men 15th Noon Puppet Practice 1:00pm Sewing Albs 6:00pm CYO 16th 2:00pm Photos - Parish Directory 4:30pm TOPS 17th 10:00am Resurrection Choir Practice 2:00pm Photos - Parish Directory 5:30pm Boy Scouts 7:00pm SVdP 18th 2:00pm Photos - Parish Directory 5:00pm Children’s Choir Practice 6:00pm Bell Choir 6:00pm Novena to Our Lady 7:00pm Cantor Practice 7:30pm Adult Choir Practice
Offerings for March, 2018 Regular collections:
Cor Unum: Month to Date: 3rd Wk - Regular Collection (Budget $39,633) Cor Unum (Budget $15,000)
ANNOUCEMENTS TO BE MADE AT MASS BY FATHER NEED TO BE SENT TO ANGIE O’NEILL BY NOON Thurs.
Scheduling Events at the Church
Our parish is very busy and we receive many requests to use meeting spaces and the church grounds. Please contact Deacon Frank Larker at 382-2504 to schedule your event. All requests should be scheduled as far in advance as possible. Those who use our facility are responsible for setup and clean-up. You must notify the office if your event is cancelled or if you need to reschedule. You cannot reschedule an event WITHOUT contacting the office. Rescheduling your event without contact-ing the office leads to conflicts with others who went through the proper channel to schedule their event. So, please be consider-ate. Thank You!
Bulletin Information
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Go to nativitybartlett.org/calendar/ for scheduled present/future events.
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Keep your Information Current If your phone number, work number, cell number, address, e-mail address, or name changes, please notify the office 382-2504. Thank-you!
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